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Northwell Health Partnership (MOCK)

Northwell Behavioral Health Center in Rockville Centre

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The Lynbrook-Northwell Partnership

The Lynbrook School District has teamed up with The Northwell Health School Mental Health Partnership to create a collaboration that brings Northwell’s expertise directly into our schools. This partnership also provides our district with community events and professional development. Parents can look forward to the monthly community newsletter through ParentSquare, which includes information about upcoming events, workshops, lectures, and helpful family resources. 

 

Mondays and Fridays, 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Northwell Behavioral Health Center Rockville Centre
100 Merrick Rd, Suite 102E, 
Rockville Centre, New York 11570

To see someone, you must make an appointment – please call 516-927-1630 If you need of immediate help press * (the star key).

When students need immediate help, Northwell offers access to a dedicated Behavioral Health Center (BHC) for evaluations, urgent treatment, and connections to further support within our community or at the hospital. 

 

  • The Lynbrook-Northwell Partnership

    The Lynbrook School District has teamed up with The Northwell Health School Mental Health Partnership to create a collaboration that brings Northwell’s expertise directly into our schools.

Are You Or Someone You Know In Need Of Support?

What is the Behavioral Health Center?

The center is a place where you child can meet with mental health professionals (board certified child and adolescent psychiatrist, licensed mental health counselors, care coordinators) to evaluate your child and provide recommendations, resources and support.

This is a short-term program, that will help you connect to long term providers for ongoing care.

This may include:

Individual Counseling

Specialized Testing (ADHD, Autism, etc.)

Medication Management

Support Groups

Family Therapy

  • If you think your family needs the support of mental health professionals, the best place to start is with your school team. Our team can help faciliate care.

    Click here to view the District Support Staff Contact Page.

    Please note: Families do have the option to work with Northwell directly without speaking to Lynbrook support staff first.

  • If your Child is experiencing an urgent mental health crisis and you need help immediately, call:

    • The Cohen Pediatric Emergency Department: 718-470-3768
      • Located at 269-01 76th Ave, New Hyde Park, NY 11040
    • South Oaks Hospital Admissions: 631-608-5885
    • Long Island Crisis Center: 516-679-1111

    The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988

    These resources are available anytime, day or night, and even on holidays.

How Do I Make An Appointment?

Please call the center based on your district listed on the website (516-927-1630) or to request an appointment:

Click here or scan the QR code below to view the Parent Appointment Request Form.

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We cannot schedule an appointment without a legal guardian.

  • Please complete the paperwork in your email prior to coming. You will need to bring:

    • Guardian ID
    • Insurance Card*

    *You will be charged your regular co-payment amount. Reduced cost available for uninsured. Please call Northwell directly if there is an issue with insurance so we can assist

  • You will be asked to complete a school consent form. This form is optional however it is requested to help your school best support your child. We will never send your personal records or confirm your attendance without your consent. 

  • Appointments: Same/next-day availability.

    Click here or scan the QR code below to view the Parent Appointment Request Form.

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    CRITICAL: CALL NORTHWELL FIRST!  516-927-1630

     

    • Guardian Required: A legal guardian must accompany the student (bring proof if court-appointed).
    • Bring: Insurance card, contact details for your child's school/doctors/providers, and all current medication info.
    • Payment: All major insurance accepted; financial assistance and reduced cost available for uninsured.

  • You and your child will meet with a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and/or Psychologist and/or Licensed Mental Health Counselor separately. Our team will work together to identify what resources will be most helpful and you will be assigned a care coordinator to help support the next stage of connecting with ongoing care based on recommendations.

Not Sure Where to Start?

If you are unsure of what you need or would like to speak with someone to guide you through the process, please call:

Ms. Natacha Boyce

Director of School Counseling and Socail Work

516-887-0216

Additional Mental Health Resources

  • Northwell Behavioral Health provides access to mental health services for children, adolescents and their families who need urgent mental health support. Click Linktree below:

  • Quarterly Newsletters Coming Soon.

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